Illustration Friday: Clandestine

Here's something I drew for a clothing store company newsletter a couple of years back. The article was written for retail associates during the holiday season and how they were to beware of shoppers with large coats and kids in strollers. Can you see all the hidden articles of clothing?

Illustration Friday: Voices

Here's another sketch from "open mike" at a local coffee shop.

Sketchbook: Wheww

Sometimes you just have to chill! I've always liked this sketch in my sketchbook, so here it is. I like the looseness and confidence of the colors and line work of this watercolor sketch. It want to pursue this spontaneity in my future artwork. Merry Christmas everyone!

Sketchbook: Architectural Sketch

Here's an architectural gem that caught my eye from my sister-in-law's living room in Kensington, CA. I just had to paint it!

Illustration Friday: Rambunctious

Here's "Get Well Soon" graphic I drew for a friend of mine while recovering from a motorcycle spill. His initials are on the belt buckle. I hoped he took it in the right way and found the humor in it . . . which he did. Whewww!

Illustration Friday: Similar

Anybody got the sweet tooth? Here's two people who have "similar" tastes. Check out www.sugarfrostedgoodness.com for some great artwork.

Some artwork to add to my online portfolio

I had a little time so I'm updating my website. The art directors said they wanted bigger images so they could see more detail, so here they are. Click on each image for bigger ones.

Hey, that's me...with my little buddies!


A page I drew that was published in Mad Magazine. My pride and joy!


An ad I did for KPIX-Channel 5, a local tv station.

Each of these illos are linked to my new online portfolio website:
www.vernmercado.com

Let's see if you can find the links. hee hee